Angoulême Cathedral

beautiful church

Walked around the outside, the church was open. Inside it smelled "holy", the smell of incense. Above the entrance a large organ. you can sit here and have a peaceful rest and time to reflect.

External/Internal Contrast

The exterior is a mixture of gothic and classical architecture, which was undergoing major refurbishment during the visit. Internally the architecture offers and amazing surprise in white stone with b...

Under Repair

Part of the Church was covered as its under repair. Inside not much too see as most of the time in France.

Nice but uninspiring

Not the most beautiful or inspiring church in Catholicism, but if you're walking by, why not visit? The walk on the ramparts nearby is much more interesting.

Disappointing

The outside, with its white bell-tower and dome and detailed Poitevain carvings, is stunning - although traffic makes it difficult to see the main façade as a whole. Inside has very little to offer, d...